Wivenhoe, which is situated in eastern England, has many houses with nautical themes. You can learn more about the town’s history at The Nottage Museum at Nottage Maritime Institute. You may also visit the Wivenhoe Chapel Museum to see unique artefacts related to the town. If you are interested in fitness, you can participate in the yoga, pilates or sailing sessions at Wivenhoe Sailing Club. You may visit pubs such as The Rose and Crown, Horse and Groom, The Black Buoy and The Flag. In case you wish to pass the time indoors, you can read books or play board games at one of the many vacation rentals that this destination boasts. Scroll down to learn more about the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Wivenhoe, UK.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on August 30, 2023.
1. The Mousehole (from USD 82)
The Mousehole is a lovely property on River Colne, about 50 yd (45.72 m) from the quayside, where guests can enjoy boating. If you feel hungry when you return, you may prepare meals using the cooker, the oven or the microwave in the kitchen.
You can pass the time by reading books or watching movies on the television in the lounge. Please note that the apartment has steep stairs and limited headroom in the bedroom, and the host does not allow children on the property.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the place was clean and pretty and felt very safereally clean and cosy little place to stayit was a great little place to stay clean and had everything i needed for a weekcomfortable clean tidy and cosyso well designed with a nice kitchen and felt super clean and tastefully furnishedHost:
joe was super helpful and responsivehowever it was a lovely place to stay for a few days with joe being a lovely hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location near shops and harbourside very prettyit’s right next to the best places to eata lovely place for a few days away matched the descriptiona good location for local walks restaurants and for exploring the wider arealovely quiet location and a great place to come back to in the evening
2. The Old Forge (from USD 71)
The Old Forge has guidebooks in the living room, which you can read to decide which places you want to visit in the town. You may work on your laptop using the free Wi-Fi in the dedicated workspace.
You can have a refreshing bath in the bathtub if you feel tired. The apartment also has a garden where you can play board games with your companions. What’s more, you can buy groceries from the nearby supermarket to cook your favourite dishes in the kitchen.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
ideal for a couple the sofa bed is small so would better suit a childon the plus side there is a good big tv screen and an interesting selection of literaturethe stay was very comfortableCleanliness:
clean well eqipped homeclean comfortable and well equippednicely kept and furnished clean flatvery clean and everything there you needthe flat was clean tidy and unclutteredHost:
sally is a great hostsally was a lovely host and very responsiveand a very good hostsally is kind and always available to provide precious information in very short timeoff street parking easy check in and good communication from ownerRead more reviewsLocation:
great location within walking distance to many places including the universitygreat location loved our tripit is the perfect location for lovely walks around wivenhoe and the university parkclose to colchester with several interesting things to see and dogood place to stay for a short break
3. Ground-floor suite in a quiet neighbourhood (from USD 72)
The suite is located in a quiet neighbourhood, which is a five-minute walk from a bus stop where you can board buses to the University of Essex and Colchester.
Inside, you can make snacks using the toaster or the induction stove and munch them while watching shows on Amazon Prime, Netflix or Roku. You can also go for walks on the Wivenhoe trail beside the River Colne and try delicious dishes at the nearby restaurants.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
comfortable room with decent furniture and flexible check-inthe bed was extremely comfortableas usual excellent and comfortable staybed was super comfortablethe property was easily accessible and very cozy inside - perfect for what i neededCleanliness:
spotlessly clean room and facilities as descriptionquiet private and spotlessly cleangemma's place was bright clean and comfortablesuite was as expected and very clean and spaciousgemma’s place was clean furnished very nicely and perfect for what i neededHost:
gemma was lovely and friendly allowing us to drop our luggage off earlygemma was a great host toogemma was a great hostgemma was a great host and was always helpfulnice place and a great host as wellRead more reviewsLocation:
very cute placegreat location easy for train and busgreat location for visiting my son at the university of essexshe lives close to the river with lovely woodlands near for an early morning runa quiet estate just a short walk from some super pubs restaurants and the estuary/river
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4. The Little Blue Cottage (from USD 151)
The charming cottage is named after its blue walls, furniture and lovely decor. Guests can go kayaking or paddleboarding from the nearby jetty. If you feel hungry, you can visit restaurants which serve Indian, British, Middle-Eastern or Italian cuisine. The cottage also has a grill, which you can use for barbecues. Further, you can pass the time in the serene garden while watching the frogs in the pond.
On cold nights, you can sit in front of the fireplace in the living room and replenish your logs from Greyhound pub in case your stock gets exhausted.
Top guest reviews
Host:
lauren was a great host communication was great and she answered our questions quicklywe had breakfast in the garden each morning and really enjoyed meeting the lovely friendly neighbourswivenhoe is a lovely place full of friendly peopleRead more reviewsLocation:
easy access to coast and great location in wivenhoegreat walks from the locationgreat location & wivenhoe is super friendlygreat location with extremely helpful and friendly neighboursclose to good walks for the dog
5. The Nook (from USD 377)
The spacious house has televisions equipped with Amazon Fire Sticks in all four bedrooms. Your kids can play with toys or read books while you catch up with your work using the free Wi-Fi in the dedicated workspace. When you feel hungry, you can make snacks in the well-equipped kitchen.
On cold days, you can sit beside the outdoor heater in the garden or pass the time in the hot tub. Further, you need to bring your own towels as the hosts do not provide them.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the living space was sociable and plenty of roomgrandkids really enjoyed the hot tub comfortable for the 6 of usreally helpful having all the little things soap in bathrooms fairy liquid dishwasher tablets that sort of thingCleanliness:
very modern and cleansuch a beautiful house so clean and well keptfantastic clean bright roomy space in a nice locationit was clean excellent facilities with sleek modern decorthe hot tub is great and everything is very cleanHost:
host was was always responsive and reachable before and during staythe host’s communication is great alsoRead more reviewsLocation:
great location plenty of roomclose to the train station very easy to get into the centre of colchestera beautifully renovated house in a quiet and safe locationa really great place to staygreat place very near the centre of wivenhoe and the pubs and restaurants
6. Pet-friendly cottage close to the quayside (from USD 105)
This lovely cottage is around 300 years old and has a garden where you can play with your pet. Guests can prepare tea using the kettle in the kitchen and sip it while sitting in the conservatory.
You can walk down to the quayside to go boating on the river. When you feel bored, you may pass the time by reading books or watching television. Moreover, the host charges extra for replenishing the fuel of the fireplace.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
really well equipped with lots of thoughtful extras good heating and a super comfy bedthe cottage is as advertised and we had a comfortable and relaxing staycomfortable for two of us plenty of room for moreCleanliness:
the cottage is old but everything works and it’s cleanHost:
the host is responsivepenny is the perfect hostpenny was very good at communicating and helpful in answering our questionspenny was very helpful and responded fast to our questionspenny was helpful and quick to respondRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is outstandingthe location is fantastic as it is very close to the train station and to family membersexcellent location near to the station and the water frontvery cute little cottage in a sweet locationright next to train station with easy links to colchester and london etc
7. The Secret Cottage (from USD 189)
This Victorian cottage is decorated with artwork from local artists. Guests can prepare meals using the oven, the microwave and the cooker in the kitchen and enjoy them on the terrace.
You may pass the time by chatting with your companions in the garden or watching your favourite shows on Disney+, Amazon Prime or Netflix. Please note that the cottage has steep stairs, so it might not be suitable for children or elderly people.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
good sofas and coffee tablesthe cottage was beautifully kept and very comfortablethe cottage is lovely and very comfortablelovely cottage with lots of character and comfortable furnishingsthe cottage is very comfortable and in good weather there is seating outside for eatingCleanliness:
clean and beautiful roomsclean comfortable and with everything you could wantvery clean & comfortable with lots of little extrasa lovely cottage spotlessly clean and comfortablethe house was small but very clean and cosyHost:
the owner was very friendly and responsivereally great little cottage in a friendly and welcoming place…Read more reviewsLocation:
gorgeous house in a great locationthe location is great toogreat location off the street in a terracewivenhoe is a great village it has lovely walks for dogsreally close to lovely walks great pubs and a nice little bookshop
8. Luxurious cottage with a private garden (from USD 145)
This cottage has a fully fenced garden where you may host barbecues or play with your pet. You can refresh yourself by having a soak in the bathtub or taking a warm shower. Then, you may use the available hair dryer and towels to dry yourself. When you feel hungry, you can cook dishes in the kitchen and store the leftovers in the refrigerator.
You may use the Ethernet or Wi-Fi to browse social media and enjoy a comfortable sleep by pulling down the room-darkening shades in the bedroom.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
lovely place very clean and stylishvery clean and modern place to stay - perfect for a getawayincredibly clean and well presented sweet little patio and bbq area for guestssmall but perfectly formed house very clean and great amenities included such as shower and kitchen productsHost:
it is well fitted out and for my few enquiries the host was immediately responsivegreat host answered queries and sorted parkingpubs in wivenhoe are really friendlymichael is a great host and very responsivethe local pubs are friendly and the spot overall is idealRead more reviewsLocation:
good location in the heart of wivenhoegreat location and modern facilitiesbeautifully presented in a central location in lovely wivenhoeeasy walk to the riverperfect location steps away from transit shopping and dining in scenic wivenhoe
9. Riverside house with a library (from USD 114)
This gorgeous house is next to the River Colne and was used as the yard of a company which built and repaired wooden yachts.
The property has a large library so you can spend many hours reading books. If you feel bored indoors, you may rent a bicycle or board a ferry to explore the region. Furthermore, you can make smoothies using the blender in the kitchen and sip them on the garden bench while enjoying the beautiful sunset.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the decor and furnishings are truely perfect and everything was so comfortablethe apartment is such a wivehoe gem a romantic hideaway in a perfect settingthe accommodation was perfect for us and had everything we needed for a comfortable staythe kitchen is well appointed and the bedroom is quite comfortablethe kitchen in the flat is very well equipped and the bedroom was comfortableCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and very comfortablebeautiful little cottage spotless and characterfulspotlessly clean we couldn't ask for morethe property was impeccably presented spotlessly clean and stylishly furnishedthe place was very clean and overall we were very comfortableHost:
host made us very welcomethey were very helpful and friendly hosts and accommodated his later arrival timegreat hosts great recommendations lovely lovely areathe hosts were extremely thoughtful & friendlycharles is a very good host and very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great close to the train and bus right on the quayonly five minutes walk from the railway station and good pubs and restaurants even closerthe location is fabulous being so close to the river and the black buoysuperb location tucked away just off the quayexcellent riverside location between 2 pubs
10. Charming house with a glass terrace (from USD 379)
This beautiful house was built in 1580 and has Tudor-style elements, such as wooden beams and a fireplace. You can go to the glass terrace to admire the panoramic view and play board games with your companions in the patio garden filled with climbing plants.
You can play the piano while your kids have fun with the available toys. During winter, you can read books while sitting on the comfortable velvet couches beside the fireplace.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the house was stunning and felt very inviting and comfortableCleanliness:
the house is well equipped spacious and full of interesting curiosHost:
lesley was great at communicating and sooo helpfullesley was a fantastic host and was incredibly responsive to messagesvery helpful and communicative hostlesley the owner is especially helpful and quick to respond to queriesRead more reviewsLocation:
a good location in a nice villagethe house is in a really good location ideal for a family weekendin a beautiful location in wivenhoe which is a delightfantastic location brilliant house with entertaining and interesting decor helpful hostan amazing house in a lovely location great pubs and transport links
Enjoy your time in Wivenhoe
From charming museums to exciting pubs, Wivenhoe has a lot of options for all kinds of travellers. The town also has many vacation accommodations with free Wi-Fi, which you can use to share photos and videos of your experiences with your friends. Book one of the top vacation rentals on this list to enjoy your time in Wivenhoe, UK.
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